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Comparing Two Glaucoma Surgeries in Kids with Aniridia

July 30, 2025

Researchers wanted to see which surgery works better for kids born with a rare eye condition called aniridia that often leads to glaucoma. They looked at two common surgeries: trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage device (GDD) implantation. First, they gathered data from many studies. They found tha

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Smart Drainage: Balancing Costs and Benefits in a Changing Climate

June 25, 2025

Cities worldwide are scrambling to upgrade their drainage systems to handle the impacts of climate change. But with limited resources, it's a challenge to figure out where to invest for the best results. Traditional planning methods often fall short because they don't account for the complex and cha

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Plastic Pieces in Our Waters: How City Design and Land Use Affect Pollution

April 9, 2025

Microplastics are tiny bits of plastic that are causing big problems in our rivers and streams. These tiny pieces come from various sources, and one major way they end up in water is through stormwater runoff. This is the water that flows over the ground during rainstorms, picking up pollutants alon

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Urban Flooding: The Hidden Culprits in Kampala's Storms

March 30, 2025

In many Sub-Saharan African cities, urban flooding is a major concern. This issue is made worse by rapid urban growth and climate change. The existing drainage systems in these cities often struggle to handle heavy rainfall. One key factor that makes this problem even worse is the buildup of sedimen

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Gold Mine Waste: How Particle Size Affects Water Pollution in Tanzania

November 24, 2024

Ever wondered how tiny pieces of rock from a gold mine can cause big problems? In Tanzania, waste rocks from gold mining are a real headache. Scientists tested different sizes of these rocks - from little ones smaller than a pea to big ones like a chicken egg. They found that tiny rocks can make the